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Browsing Posts published in May, 2010

Just when I thought my life would be easier with this great new blog developed by Marc, my work life explodes and before I know it we are almost 2 months in to this new process with no new posts. My sincere apologies to you all but there is only one of me and, my [...]

Where were you born or from and how long have you been in the DFW area? Grew up in Florida, moved to Texas in 1981,I think. We did a short stint in Kentucky for 4 years. What brought you to the DFW area? Started work as a mechanics helper. A friend I skated with had [...]

Natalie Mathews dreamed the idea of a women’s ride 2 years ago.  The plan was a 40 mile ride with brunch at La Madeleine in McKinney for the rest stop.  The 2008 version was rained out by a very blustery day.  In 2010, she recruited me, the less directionally challenged rider, to help her try [...]

First we want to extend a HUGE thank you to Brandi Lafluer who did an amazing job the past few years as our Social Director. Brandi decided to step down from this role and has handed over the reigns to Maggie Johns who is the ultimate “event planner to the cyclists”. If you haven’t been [...]

Check out our web site home page and forum  for all the details on our Memorial Day Ride. Here is the link:   http://www.planobicycle.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=437

And you thought rodeos were only for clowns, horses, and other livestock! Check this out: On April 20th, PBA club members donated their time and bike mechanic skills to help local elementary kids have safe bikes to ride at a Plano elementary school Bike Rodeo. The PBA conducted “ABC Checks” (Air, Brakes and Chain) on [...]

On the same day as the Bike Rodeo a group of very dedicated cycling professionals met in another school parking lot in Plano to conduct a clinic on improving our PBA ride experience. Those in attendance were the Ride Leaders for each of our published rides with the session conducted by Mike Emmons and a [...]